A level Economics uses logical thinking and detailed analyses to understand the way the domestic and global economies function. It is a way of thinking that is recognised and highly regarded by both universities and employers. As well as leading onto Economics degrees, this course is also a useful supporting subject for people wishing to study degrees such as Mathematics, Business, Politics, History and Geography. Students who have studied Economics have gone on to many different careers including accountancy, banking, management, politics and marketing.

Course Structure

Theme 1: Introduction to markets and market failure, covering:

•The nature of economics

•How markets work

•Market failure

•Government intervention

Theme 2: The UK economy – performance and policies, covering:

•Measures of economic performance

•Aggregate demand

•Aggregate supply

•National income

•Economic growth

•Macroeconomic objectives and policy

Theme 3: The UK economy – business behaviour and the labour market, covering: